1981 Lancia Gamma vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Lancia Gamma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Gamma | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
